[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 30 (Thursday, March 17, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: March 17, 1994]
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                         TRIBUTE TO GREG CARNEY

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                            HON. DAN BURTON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 17, 1994

  Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute a young 
man from my district. This is truly a remarkable young fellow. Greg 
Carney, an 8-year-old third grade Cub Scout, has received one of the 
highest awards given in Scouting, the Meritorious Action Award, given 
by the National Court of Honor of the Boy Scouts of America.
  Mr. Speaker, imagine this if you will. You are a 7-year-old second 
grader and at home with your younger sister on a cold wintry January 
afternoon. The neighborhood in which you live has experienced no less 
than four robberies in recent weeks. Your grandmother has been detained 
at work, and you have been left in charge. After a brief period of 
playing, you, your sister and your dog lie down to take a nap.
  A short time later you are awakened by your restless canine, who has 
moved to investigate a sound he heard. You then realize from the dog's 
growls that the person entering your home is unfamiliar and 
threatening. You move to the other room to find a large bulky man 
rummaging through your parents' belongings. This burglar knocks you 
down and attempts to cover your head with a pillow case. In the process 
you squirm, kick, and punch the burglar, catching him in just the right 
places. Between your resistance and the dog's continued barking, the 
burglar decides he has had enough, and leaves. You then dial 911 for 
the police to come. The criminal was not caught, but the burglaries in 
your neighborhood stop.
  Sound remarkable? This is exactly what Greg Carney did in 
Indianapolis, IN, on January 7, 1993. I have met this outstanding young 
man, and I have heard this story from his account. His bravery helped 
thwart this crime, and maybe many others, and helped save his little 
sister. The Boy Scouts of America have recognized his bravery, and 
today, Mr. Speaker, I would like this body to do so as well. Greg 
Carney is truly an American hero.

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